Course Description

For good MBD, you need proper GD&T. Drawings are okay, but MBD is better. If you’ve dipped your toes into Model-Based Definition, then you know the devil is in the details. GD&T and MBD experts will guide you through the What, Why, and How of Model-Based Definition and the right way to apply GD&T for MBD.

You Will Learn

The What, Why, and How of Model-Based Definition

GD&T the Right Way for Model-Based Definition – how to implement the latest offerings of the ASME Y14.5-2009 standard

Course Outline

2.5 days with hands-on practical exercises.

TUESDAY, APRIL 24, 2018

1:00 to 5:00 pm, followed by CAD & Cocktails happy hour.

What is MBD/MBE?

MBD. DPD. MBE. TDP. Confused already? We will start with basic nomenclature to ground everyone’s language around this topic, to facilitate meaningful discussion throughout the course.

Model-Based Definition and Model-Based Enterprise definitions

MBD’s four parts

MBD classification levels

What it means to leverage a closed loop digital manufacturing technique

Not Your Grandparents’ GD&T (aka GD&T for the Modern World)

You may be familiar with GD&T, but are you stuck in the ‘olden times’? The tolerancing definitions in ASME Y14.5 haven’t changed much in recent years, but the way we apply geometric tolerancing has improved! The move away from plus/minus tolerancing into full position and profile tolerances on features is needed for a simpler and clearer design intent. Join us in the modern age to learn how to implement the latest methods of using the GD&T standards. We’ll demonstrate unambiguous product definition with GD&T through a variety of examples.

Quick review of GD&T principles

Why plus/minus tolerancing cannot be trusted

Full GD&T is necessary for better MBD

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 25, 2018

8:00 am to 4:30 pm

Why MBE?

Understand the purpose and benefits of MBE for organizations leveraging 3D annotated models. Spoiler: MBE is not one size fits all.

Model-based philosophies

Purpose of drawings and MBD/MBE

Standards adoption – why and which ones

Engineering benefits

Enterprise-wide business value

ROI opportunity

Getting Started with MBD

Learn what it takes to move MBE forward. Leverage your rich 3D data by understanding how to bundle data together for Design, Manufacturing, and Inspection.

Learn the differences between Datums and Datum Features through examples. Simpler and more functional Datum Reference Frames are the key to better part control. Separate our requirements for better Design, Manufacturing, and Inspection documentation.

THURSDAY, APRIL 26, 2018

8:00 am to 4:30 pm

Data Packages: Flavors, Buckets, and Bundles

Understand the importance and functionality of Data Packages throughout the product lifecycle to capture Design, Manufacturing, and Quality (Inspection) intent. Expand Product Information into a unique 3-plan system.

Putting pencil to paper is the best way to learn proper GT (and we don’t mean D) for MBD. Work through pump assembly examples together, both on paper and using 3D CAD software, with the focus on functional design requirements.

Price

$900, includes course materials and lunch on Wednesday, April 25 and Thursday, April 26, 2018. Get a $50 discount per person when 5 or more people from one company attend. Email Michelle Nordwald if you’re intending to register 5 or more people.

Course Attendees

Recommended for engineering professionals in any industry segment presently working in or interested in learning more about: